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PAYE - A GLOSSARY OF TERMS

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quarry block

Roughly squared stone from the quarry.

quarry faced

Natural face.

quarry sap

Moisture in the stone when in the ground.

quicklime

Product obtained when chalk or limestone is heated to drive off the carbon dioxide.

quoin

 

Featured external corner.

 

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